According to multiple sources, including UC Davis Health, Yale Medicine, and the University of Nebraska Medical Center, the symptoms of the new COVID strain, including EG.5 (Eris) and Omicron BA.2.86, are the same as previous variants. These symptoms include:
- Fever or chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Fatigue
- Muscle or body aches
- Headache
- New loss of taste or smell
- Sore throat
- Congestion or runny nose
- Diarrhea
- Nausea or vomiting
It is important to note that these symptoms may also be a sign of a different illness, so it is recommended to contact a primary care provider if you have questions or think you were in contact with someone who had COVID.
